Anniversary: Here’s What Stardew Valley Looked Like During Development

By Jonathan Leack

Today marks the one-year anniversary for Stardew Valley. A year ago it debuted to relative anonymity, but grow a reputation quickly with those who purchased it, resulting in its number one ranking on Steam's top seller list.

Today, it stands as one of the most successful indie titles of all time, with more than two million copies sold across multiple platforms. Its single developer, ConcernedApe, is estimated to have made over $30 million from the release.

In celebration of the occasion, ConcernedApe has shared information regarding Stardew Valley's development. Although the full post with explanations can be found here, below you will find screenshots of the game pre-release. You'll notice that the game looked very similar to its final form early on, but with a lack of polish and attention to detail that would eventually make the game appear much more beautiful.

Stardew Valley Development

  • The Farm

    The Farm

  • Leah\'s Cottage

    Leah\'s Cottage

  • The Mines

    The Mines

  • Sebastian\'s Room

    Sebastian\'s Room

  • Level-Up Menu

    Level-Up Menu

  • The Saloon

    The Saloon

  • Inventory Menu

    Inventory Menu

  • Sprout Valley

    Sprout Valley

  • Stardew Valley Development #9

    Stardew Valley Development #9
Jonathan Leack
Jonathan Leack

Although Jonathan Leack began covering the gaming industry in 2009, his earliest roots date back to 2004 when he wrote his first of many reviews to come. Equipped with a B.S. in Computer Information Systems and several information technology certifications, he provides a unique perspective that is technological and business conscious. Having acquired the role of Executive Editor in 2016, his mission is to make GameRevolution a gaming site that thoughtfully considers the consumer perspective, and has a knowledgeable presence of PC gaming, console, hardware, and eSports coverage.

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